Cultivating a safe space for Black, Indigenous and Women of Colour to explore health and wellness.
Welcome
Welcome to our platform, dedicated to empowering Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour (BIPOC) in health and wellness. Discover a wealth of resources, actionable insights, and specially curated events and workshops tailored to the unique experiences of BIPOC women
“There is so much power in seeing other women who look like you and can identify and empathize with your lived experience as a woman of colour in these spaces.”
— Women of Colour Remake Wellness
Mission
Create an inclusive space where Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour (BIWOC) can redefine health and wellness on their own terms. Here, their voices are not just heard, but amplified, bringing their unique experiences and perspectives to the forefront.
Promote mental health awareness in BIPOC communities by normalizing discussions about mental wellness and illness, helping to break down stigmas and foster a more understanding and supportive environment.
Organize workshops, dynamic discussions, and enriching outings that center around the experiences and education of Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour (BIWOC).
Panel Discussion
Amplifying the voices of BIWOC + their experiences to the forefront by hosting workshops and panel discussions led by BIWOC.
Sunday Wellness Discussion: Diversity in the Outdoors
The outdoors is for everyone, but if you look at most outdoor magazines, major brand websites and advertisements you might not think that. The story and narrative perpetuated by mainstream media is that the Outdoors is a predominantly white space, and that’s far from the truth. For Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), feeling welcome and safe in the outdoors isn’t a given. Panel discussion on Diversity in the Outdoors, moderated by Erika Henry
Panelists included: AyeshaMcGowan - Pro Road Cyclist (@ayesuppose); Melissa Murdock/Founder of Brown Girls Hike (@browngrlshike); Debbie Njai/Founder of Black People Who Hike (@blackpeoplewhohike); Jessica Sepulveda / All Colors in Nature (@allcolorsinnature); and Erynne Gilpin founder of Indigenous Womxn Climb (@indigenouswomxnclimb).
Sunday Wellness Discussion: Decolonizing Wellness
An evening of discussion unpacking the issue of racism in the health and wellness community, with a specific focuses on the experience of BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and people of colour) women. The discussion focused on the intersectionality of racism and one's ability to be well or enjoy the benefits offered by health and wellness.
Panelists included: Kethy S-Sk; Sheena Dennise; Alyse Bone; Lashawna Philips and Chongo Bwalya